Louisiana Tech University's 15th President, Dr. Jim Henderson, has just begun his time in the office, but he's focused on hitting the ground running. President Henderson spends this episode speaking on the Louisiana Tech ties that have inspired him since his childhood, the journey that led him to the University of Louisiana System presidency and then to our University, and the unique and unmatched potential of Louisiana Tech that has him excited and passionate for the future.

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With quite a few big stories and high points decorating Louisiana Tech's 2023, the University Communications crew touches on some of the biggest wins of the year in this annual recap episode of Beyond 1894. Hear about some newsworthy endeavors in leadership, growth, grants & giving, and triumphs throughout the year.

Louisiana Tech news: https://www.latech.edu/news/

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As Miss Louisiana Tech 2023 Chanley Patterson approaches the final weeks of her time representing her institution, she discusses the responsibilities that come with the Loyal Blue crown and being a face of the University. She talks about growing up as a "pageant girl," competing for the Tech title after a year off from competition, and her advice for the next lady in the lineage.

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Dr. Les Guice has dedicated over 50 years of his life to Louisiana Tech University. He's spent the last ten years and then some as the University's president, and, just weeks before his retirement at the end of 2023, he's got a lot to reflect on. Join the 14th president of Louisiana Tech as he looks back on his legacy and lengthy career, discussing his Bastrop beginnings, his family, and his institution's successes in this special farewell episode featuring one of Tech's great leaders.

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Tech Online has officially launched, serving distance learners and graduate professionals and allowing them to experience the same programs at the same quality offered on-campus. Jerona Washington, Director of Online Learning Initiatives and the Academic Success Center (ASC), speaks on the importance of Tech Online, the functions of the ASC and Tech in the Shreveport-Bossier area, and the transformative power of the education that led her to her current role.

Tech Online: https://online.latech.edu/

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November 11 marks Louisiana Tech’s 2023 Homecoming game, but, as always, Homecoming week is packed with events for current students and alumni of all graduation years. Madison Kaufman, Director of Alumni Engagement, has the details on the busy Homecoming schedule. From pep rallies and parades to social gatherings and special recognitions, there’s something for everyone and plenty of reasons to Love the Legacy in Ruston.

Homecoming Events: https://www.latech.edu/homecoming/

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Dr. Don Schillinger, current Interim Chair of the Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Leadership, did not always plan to be a teacher. He did not always plan to be at Louisiana Tech. But "everything happens for a reason," and he explains why in this episode. Don recounts his days learning and growing and discovering his passion for teaching. He talks about buying in to leadership roles in Louisiana Tech's College of Education and Human Sciences, and he discusses the thought process behind the College's recent name change. He also touches on why Ruston and Louisiana Tech have been perfect for his family and why the College he serves is a special place.

College of Education and Human Sciences: https://education.latech.edu/

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This episode features Louisiana Tech's Director of Institutional Effectiveness, Keri King. She spends the episode discussing her days as a student at Tech, her initial journey as a professional aviation major, her transition to joining the staff at the University, and the duties and goals of her role, including the ongoing refinement of the Quality Enhancement Plan.

About the QEP: https://qep.latech.edu/about/

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There are roughly a couple hundred student organizations on Louisiana Tech's campus. Wes Cavin, Director of Student Activities, has a hand in all of them. Wes joins this episode to discuss the nature of student life at the University, finding his calling at the place he calls home, and the satisfaction of being of service to the students who are looking to lead.

Louisiana Tech Student Orgs: https://www.latech.edu/student-organizations/

University Events Calendar: https://events.latech.edu/

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Dr. Chris Heidenreich came to Louisiana Tech University as the Director of Bands in 2021, and his road to leading the Band of Pride began with a love for the trumpet as a fourth grader in Ohio. Listen to "Dr. H" talk about his passion for conducting and making music, his stops along the way to becoming director at Tech, the action-packed schedule for the BoP's 2023-24 season, and why the intersection of family and music is a special thing.

The Band of Pride: https://sites.google.com/email.latech.edu/louisianatechbands/home

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